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Changing the Way You Cut Chain
The new series of Enerpac chain cutters promises to improve safety and productivity By Tim Kellagher, Product Marketing Manager, Enerpac There’s a reason why …
Avoiding Contamination in Hydraulic Systems
Microscopic Particles Can Cause Catastrophic Failure By Tony Casassa, Application Engineer, Aggressive Hydraulics It is a common scenario for machinery using …
Aignep USA Launches NFPA Cylinder Configurator
Aignep USA, a manufacturer of pneumatic components, in March launched a new configurator for its line of NFPA cylinders. A function of Aignep USA’s website, …
Nine Tips to Optimal Air-Preparation Performance
By Charles Werdehoff, Air-Preparation Product Manager, Norgren Pneumatic-equipment warranties are often valid only if you are using clean, dry air, which …
A Different Way to Celebrate Your Day!
Fluid Power Professionals’ Day is June 19. It’s a day to acknowledge everyone in our industry. In honor of our industry in today’s world, the IFPS will …
2020 Manufacturers Directory Listing
Download our 2020 directory listing below. Click on the image for a PDF file. Need to find a manufacturer? Search by product category
IFPE Recap: Looking to the Future in an Uncertain Present
Organizers said it set a registration record, but concerns about the coronavirus hung like a cloud over the 2020 ConExpo/Con-Ag & IFPE trade show, held …
New Hybrid Concept for Actuating Subsea Valves
By Alexandre Orth, Head of Subsea Automation Systems, Bosch Rexroth, and Amadeu Placido Neto, Bosch Rexroth Test Engineer A new deep-sea actuator promises …
The Challenges of Hydraulics in Subsea Applications
By Michael Degan, Editor As head of Subsea Automation Systems at Bosch Rexroth, Alexandre Orth is fascinated by the ocean. “What fascinated me when I started …
Oilgear Products for Subsea BOP Systems
Oilgear recently released two products for blow-out preventer systems in subsea applications. Oilgear’s subsea all-hydraulic boosting and regulating system …
Oil And Water Don’t Mix
In marine applications, water can play havoc with fluid reservoirs. By Michael Degan, Editor A seal failed on a net hauler’s hydraulics out at sea. Saltwater …
Dear IFPS Associate
During this unprecedented time, the IFPS is making every effort to keep our ship sailing smoothly. However, I ask for your patience with any orders you may …
Eaton Contamination Control System Does the Dirty Work
Dirty hydraulic fluid causes up to 80% of all hydraulic system problems. If hydraulic oil is contaminated, there are a number of detrimental effects that …
Aluminum Framing – Everything to Build Anything
By Lori Bechtler, MGE/MPS Product Manager, Bosch Rexroth Corporation With its sleek look and seemingly simple function, aluminum structural framing is …
IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting Recap
A volunteer Board of Directors governs the IFPS. These volunteers are supported by their employers and promote the safe application of fluid power technology …
2020 Off-Highway Directory Listing
Download our 2020 directory listing below. Click on the image for a PDF file. Need to find an off-highway supplier? Search by product category
Retrofitting Component Connections
The following is a composite of familiar situations drawn from engineering calls. A press goes down and the plant finds a temporary solution. A component …
The Functional Safety Revolution In Electrohydraulics
SIL & PL Certified Digital Proportional Valves Digital technology has changed our lives and is a central focus of the industrial sector. It is the basis …
2020 IFPE Supplement
The purpose of the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE) is to be the leading international exposition and educational resource dedicated to the …
Vacuum Level & Volumetric Flow Rate
The following is an opinion article written by Dane Spivak of Davasol Incorporated, an industrial brand management firm with many clients, one of which is …
Turning Cylinder Failure into Real Value: 10 Key Factors In Selecting A Repair Facility
By Billy Rebman, Repairs Manager, EHA When you have cylinder failure, you must decide whether to buy new or repair. The benefits of repairing may include …
Stamped: Understanding the acronym and use it for hose assembly
Proper hose or tubing assembly component selection is critical to a safe hydraulic system. A simple guideline for proper selection is the word “STAMPED”. …
New AX Piston Pumps and Motors Overcome Limitations of Modern Hydraulic Units
By Kyle Capello and Joel Fornell, Bucher Hydraulics Piston pumps and motors have been established in the market for many years. They are one of the main …
How Alternative Coatings Can Boost Performance in Hydraulic Systems
By Beth Figliulo, Fluid Power Segment Manager, and Michael Cook, Fluid Power Technical Specialist, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Taking a holistic approach to …
Counter Balance Valves: Part 2
SIZING FOR CONTROL In Part 1, I covered the force balance in the counterbalance valve and how to calculate the release pressure. But what happens once the …
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